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Admissions

Each year, a select group of managers and senior professionals join the Cornell Executive MBA program. They come from a wide range of backgrounds and industries, bringing experience and commitment to a program that prepares them for the management challenges of the future. If you share that commitment, we welcome your application.

Application
The Cornell Executive MBA program enters a class of approximately 60 students each July. Candidates should apply online.The admission committee reviews applications and admits students on a "rolling basis" until the class is filled. A complete application consists of the following:
  • Application form, current resume, and company organization chart
  • Official transcripts for all previous post-secondary education. This includes both completed and incomplete studies at both U.S. and non-U.S. institutions. If the official transcript is not in English, we will require an official translation and evaluation from an approved body. Please see http://www.naces.org/members.htm for a list.
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Personal statement with objectives for pursuing the EMBA
  • Paid application fee of $150
  • Personal interview

The admission committee schedules interviews after receiving application materials. Interviews are typically conducted in New York City. In some cases, a telephone interview may be substituted for a personal interview.

Upon admission to the program, you must submit a $2,000 deposit to reserve a seat in the class. The deposit is applied to the first year's tuition and is non-refundable. You will also need to purchase or arrange unlimited access to a laptop computer capable of running current business software.

Selection
The Cornell Executive MBA program is designed for managers and senior professionals with considerable experience. We realize, however, that the diversity of students' educational backgrounds, functional areas, and industries contribute significantly to the quality of educational climate and discussion. Therefore, we seek and accept candidates from a broad range of experiences and industries. In selecting candidates for the program, we consider these key factors:
  • Experience, career progression, and potential for advancement
  • Academic readiness for graduate study
  • Current level of responsibility
  • Ability to contribute to class learning
  • Motivation and commitment to the program

Learn What We Look For in a Candidate